Cost Report Analyst Senior

Job description

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Cost Report Analyst Senior based in the United States.** This role is responsible for managing complex healthcare reimbursement and cost reporting activities across a large health system. You’ll independently oversee Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare cost reports while supporting state-level healthcare reporting requirements. The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely reimbursement processes. You’ll coordinate audits and reviews, respond to regulatory data requests, and serve as a liaison with external reimbursement organizations. The role also involves leading peer-review processes, managing provider appeals, and supporting medical education reimbursement activities. You’ll work closely with reimbursement professionals, providers, department leaders, and other stakeholders in a collaborative environment. This is an opportunity to apply specialized reimbursement expertise while contributing directly to the financial sustainability of patient-focused healthcare services. ### Accountabilities - Independently manage Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare cost reporting responsibilities, ensuring accurate and timely completion in accordance with applicable requirements. - Prepare and coordinate annual data requests and supporting documentation required for cost reporting and reimbursement activities. - Lead the annual cost report peer-review process, coordinating participants, reviewing information, and ensuring appropriate follow-up. - Coordinate and facilitate Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) audits and desk reviews, including organizing documentation and managing communications. - Respond to MAC data requests and act as a key liaison between external reviewers and internal stakeholders. - Coordinate Medicaid cost reports, Disproportionate Share audits, and annual Medical Education Research Costs (MERC) applications. - Organize and manage provider appeals, including correspondence, supporting documentation, tracking, regulatory filings, and resolution of outstanding issues. - Attend designated reimbursement, provider, department, and leadership meetings to communicate relevant reporting, audit, and reimbursement matters. - Maintain accurate financial and regulatory documentation while ensuring work complies with applicable reimbursement requirements and organizational procedures. - Perform additional reimbursement, cost reporting, and analytical duties as assigned. ## Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field. - 3–7 years of applicable Medicare reimbursement experience, ideally gained within a Medicare Administrative Contractor, public accounting healthcare practice, healthcare provider organization, or consulting environment. - 2–7 years of experience using Microsoft Office and financial systems or related software applications. - Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement processes, Medicare cost reporting, and related regulatory requirements. - Demonstrated ability to independently manage detailed financial and regulatory assignments from preparation through completion. - Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills, with exceptional attention to accuracy and deadlines. - Ability to coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders, external auditors, reimbursement organizations, providers, and leadership. - Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly document findings, requests, and responses. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve issues, and work independently with sound judgment. - Comfortable working in a primarily remote environment while residing within commuting distance of the designated Minneapolis, Minnesota office. - Ability to perform sedentary work, including extended periods at a desk and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds. ## Benefits - **Salary:** $40.08–$54.93 per hour, with starting pay determined by experience, education, and applicable employment or union considerations. - **Remote work:** Remote position with the requirement to reside within commuting distance of the Minneapolis, Minnesota office. - **Schedule:** Full-time, 40 hours per week with an 8-hour daytime schedule and no weekend rotation. - **Medical and dental coverage** to support employees and their families. - **Retirement savings plans** to support long-term financial planning. - **Paid time off and time-away benefits** designed to support work-life balance. - **Life insurance** and short- and long-term disability coverage. - **Voluntary benefits** including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage. - **Well-being resources and financial support** focused on whole-person wellness. - **Tuition reimbursement or continuing education support**, where applicable. - **Student loan support resources** for navigating the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. - **Community-focused work environment** with opportunities to contribute to a mission-driven healthcare organization. - Eligibility for benefits may vary based on full-time status and other applicable employment conditions.